I have to say, I rather enjoy Black Bear. Its got the atmosphere of a sports bar/almost karaoke bar with the juke box that inevitably will be crowded with wildly entertaining drunks singing their cares away to some pat benatar, elton john or maybe some journey.
They have a decent selection of draft beers, and bar tending service is pretty quick. I usually get a bite to eat as well - normally partaking in one of their burger selections. I have had a few of their burgers, and all the selections I have had have been quite tasty.
So whether you go in for some bites, a few drinks, or just to people watch (and sometimes this can be the best part!) you will have a decent time here.
I walked into the Black Bear Inn not expecting much, and left completely surprised. I stopped here in the middle of the afternoon on a Sunday, looking to catch a quick bite to eat before moving on to the rest of my day. Black Bear Inn came up in conversation so I decided we'd try a new place.
For a time when it seems like a bar/restaurant would be somewhat dead, this place was pretty damn busy. The bartender was covering the whole place -- the bar and the tables -- and she handled the workload admirably.
The food was good, as were the prices. I'd definitely come back here again.